Ingredient appreciation — what makes Croquetas special

What sets Croquetas apart is the handling of saffron. In lesser versions this is treated as a background note. Here it's central and the rich with olive oil result shows it. I've started buying it to cook with at home after this experience.

Spanish eating culture centres on long social meals rather than quick eating. The a tapas bar in Barcelona atmosphere was right for this kind of food. I had Rioja red wine as recommended and it matched well. If you want to understand what makes this cuisine distinctive, Croquetas is the place to start.